New Product Introduction

Kongsberg Discovery Canada Ltd., a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, is a global technology company, providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore, subsea, and naval. Headquartered in Horten, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales, and service facilities internationally. Kongsberg Discovery is a market leader in systems for positioning, surveying, and navigation. We are determined to provide our customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation both on and under the sea.

At KONGSBERG, we believe in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance for extreme conditions. We do that through excellent products and services developed for delivering the greatest benefits to our customers. 

WORLD CLASS – through people, technology, and dedication 

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What we can offer you:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Fully extended health, dental, vision & welfare benefits
• Up to 7% employer match program with RRSP
• Flexibility with Paid Time Off
• Career growth opportunities
• Safe and collaborative culture

There has never been a more exciting time to work for Kongsberg Discovery Canada Ltd. than right now. With us, you will be in the forefront of enabling the business to achieve their objectives through the role of New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a proactive NPI Engineer to lead the transition of innovative sonar products from engineering design into full-scale manufacturing. This role ensures smooth product launches by coordinating engineering changes, resolving quality issues, and driving design for manufacturability and testability (DFM/DFT). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronics or mechanical engineering, lean manufacturing principles, and process optimization.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sustaining and Engineering Change Coordination

• Manage and coordinate Engineering Change Requests (ECR), Engineering Change Orders (ECO), and Engineering Sales Quotations (ESQ) throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ensure timely implementation of changes and maintain accurate documentation in PLM systems.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve technical and obsolescence concerns quickly and effectively.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for component or process issues.
• Support and sustain existing products and production lines by effectively identifying and resolving issues.

New Product Introduction

• Lead the introduction of new sonar products from engineering into manufacturing, ensuring readiness of processes, tooling, and documentation.
• Develop and execute NPI plans, including pilot builds and production ramp-up.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities between R&D, supply chain, and production teams.
• Support component obsolescence by working with engineering and supply chain to identify alternatives and maintain continuity.

Design for Manufacturability and Testability (DFM/DFT)

• Review product designs for manufacturability and testability early in the development cycle.
• Provide feedback to design engineers to optimize assembly, reduce cost, and improve quality.
• Support development of test strategies and fixtures for efficient production testing.

Process Design and Optimization

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes (including process instructions) for sonar systems to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) and routing structures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics or Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• 3+ years of experience in NPI, manufacturing engineering, or product development.
• Strong understanding of ECR/ECO processes and PLM systems.
• Familiarity with DFM/DFT principles and production test methodologies is preferred.
• Experience in lean manufacturing, process design, and optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience in electronics manufacturing or electromechanical assemblies.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and supply chain processes.

If you're a motivated individual looking to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Office Location: Port Coquitlam, BC Canada

KONGSBERG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.